downshifting (lifestyle)
Refers to voluntarily simplifying one's life, reducing work stress and material consumption, often for more free time or personal fulfillment.
More people are downshifting by leaving city life for the countryside.
downshift (vehicle); change to a lower gear
Rare term for shifting to a lower gear in a vehicle; the common Japanese term is シフトダウン.
See also: シフトダウン
On a steep slope, downshift and use engine braking.